🍁 Fall · USDA Zone 6a
What’s in Season in Illinois in October
31 fruits and vegetables are in season across Illinois's growing zones (5a–7a) in October. Data is calibrated to Zone 6a, the most common zone in Illinois.
At Peak in October
Best flavor and availability right now.
Acorn Squash
★ Peak
Arugula
★ Peak
Beet
★ Peak
Broccoli
★ Peak
Butternut Squash
★ Peak
Cabbage
★ Peak
Carrot
★ Peak
Cauliflower
★ Peak
Cilantro
★ Peak
Collard Greens
★ Peak
Kale
★ Peak
Lettuce
★ Peak
Mustard Greens
★ Peak
Potato
★ Peak
Pumpkin
★ Peak
Radish
★ Peak
Spinach
★ Peak
Sweet Potato
★ Peak
Swiss Chard
★ Peak
Turnip
★ Peak
Also in Season
Apple
In season
Bell Pepper
In season
Brussels Sprout
In season
Dill
In season
Eggplant
In season
Hot Pepper
In season
Leek
In season
Mint
In season
Raspberry
In season
Snap Pea
In season
Thyme
In season
About Illinois’s Growing Zones
Illinois spans USDA hardiness zones 5a–7a. The most common zone is 6a, which covers the majority of the state’s zip codes. Seasonal availability can shift by 2–4 weeks depending on your specific location within the state. For zone-accurate results based on your exact zip code, use Ripe Route’s free produce browser.
All zones present in Illinois: 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a
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